There are many ways to cook up chili. I especially like chili when it comes together without much thought or an extra trip to the grocery store. Here is an easy organic recipe to serve with sweet potato and avocado.

1 1/2 lb ground beef

2 slices bacon

1 onion chopped

2 cloves minced garlic

3 jalapenos diced

1 bell pepper (any color)

1 tbsp pepper

2 tbsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp ground clove

1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

1-15 oz can diced tomatoes

1- 6 oz can tomato paste.

In a heavy pot or dutch oven add beef and bacon. If you buy lean beef start the bacon before and then add the beef. As this is cooking add onion, bell pepper, garlic, jalapenos. Cook until the meat is browning. Add spices stir well then cocoa and cook until fragrant. Add tomato and tomato paste and simmer for 25 minutes.